Marzipan Cookies

Ingredients

• 1 cup (125 g) confectioners' sugar
• 2/3 cup (150 g) almond paste
• 2 1/4 cups (275 g) all-purpose flour
• 1 large egg
• 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) almond extract
• 1/4 teaspoon (1.25 ml) salt

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a medium bowl, combine the confectioners' sugar, almond paste, flour, egg, almond extract, and salt. Mix until a thick dough forms.
3. On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough out to 1/4-inch (6-mm) thickness.
4. Using a cookie cutter, cut out shapes of your choice and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
5. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until lightly golden brown.
6. Let cool completely before serving. Enjoy!

Interesting Facts

• Marzipan is a sweet confection made from almond paste, sugar, and egg whites. It is often used to decorate cakes and other desserts.
• Marzipan cookies are a popular treat in many European countries.
• The scent of almond extract is often associated with the holidays such as Christmas and Easter.